During the first quarter ended March 31, 2013, Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. (NYSE:SFE), a holding company that builds value in growth-stage healthcare and technology companies, deployed capital into two new partner companies—Pneuron Corporation and Sotera Wireless—bringing Safeguard’s partner company roster to 20. Safeguard’s partner companies are on track to achieve continued growth through operating, financial and strategic milestones.